Originally Posted by
Caroline S
Do you have any idea what finish originally covered the decals? Perhaps using the french polish method would re-seal the decal. Just an idea.
Caroline,
Not a clue. There is no signs of worn shellac like the old Singers and others have. There is signs of wear, but I'm not sure if it's wear into a clear surface coating, or into the paint.
The main decals seem to be covered by some kind of a clear coat as they are in great shape for a machine this age and with the amount of use it's had.
The decal "SEWMATIC" on the arm between the two green plaid strips is on the surface and wearing off.
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I've been considering the french polish idea or spray shellac to cover the decal, but it would still need something under it to stick it down.
Joe